Problem Paws — Dundalk

Problem Paws is based in Marshes Lower, Dundalk, and serves Dundalk and the surrounding area. Joanne Byrne also travels to dogs and owners across Down, Armagh, Cavan, Monaghan, Meath, Dublin and Louth, so you can ask whether your home is within reach before arranging a session.

The price depends on whether you choose group classes or one-to-one sessions, the trainer's experience and accreditation, and whether you book a package or a single session. Behaviour-focused work can differ from general training, so ask what your dog's plan includes. The Dog Training price guide gives typical prices in Ireland for comparison.

A dog trainer should be able to show training and practical experience with many kinds of dogs. Ask what courses or certificates the trainer holds and how long they have worked with behaviour cases. Problem Paws is run by Joanne Byrne, a veterinary nurse and canine behaviourist, so you can ask about her background directly before booking.

A good first session usually starts with a conversation about your dog's behaviour, your daily routine and your goals, followed by clear guidance you can use at home. Ask what each session covers and whether follow-up support is included. It is usual in Ireland for pet service providers to carry public liability insurance, so you can ask to see proof.

Problem Paws has a Google rating of 4.9 from 90 reviews, and the reviews can be read on its Google Maps page at https://maps.google.com/?cid=1247762344692110296. When reading them, look for comments about the training methods, the progress dogs made and how problem behaviour was handled.

You can book Problem Paws by phone or through its website, and you can also send a request through its Locufy page. When you get in touch, say which service you need, your dog's age and breed, and the main behaviour you would like help with.

Ask Problem Paws what deposit, if any, it takes and how cancellations and changes are handled before you confirm a booking. It is usual in Ireland for dog trainers and day care providers to set out their cancellation terms in writing, so you can ask for them to be sent to you. Check also whether a missed session can be moved.

Compare Problem Paws with other dog trainers in Dundalk on Locufy by looking at the services each offers, such as puppy training or dog walking, and what each quote includes. Also compare the experience each trainer shows and how clearly they explain their methods. Those points will tell you more than price alone.